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Polynomial

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A polynomial is a mathematical expression involving a sum of powers in one or more variables multiplied by coefficients.

Polynomial is a middle school-level concept. It is listed in the California State Standards for Algebra I.

Examples

Quadratic Equation: A quadratic equation is a polynomial equation in a single variable containing the square of the variable, but no higher powers.

Prerequisites

Power: In arithmetic, a power is an exponent to which a given quantity is raised.

Classroom Articles on Pre-Algebra (Up to Middle School Level)

  • Absolute Value
  • Irrational Number
  • Arithmetic
  • Least Common Multiple
  • Arithmetic Series
  • Line
  • Associative
  • Origin
  • Base
  • Prime Factor
  • Cartesian Coordinates
  • Prime Factorization
  • Commutative
  • Prime Number
  • Decimal Expansion
  • Pythagorean Theorem
  • Distributive
  • Quotient
  • Divisor
  • Real Line
  • Equal
  • Real Number
  • Factorial
  • Relatively Prime
  • Fraction
  • Right Angle
  • Function Graph
  • Rounding
  • Geometric Series
  • Sequence
  • Greatest Common Divisor
  • Series
  • Integer
  • Set
  • Intersection
  • Square Number
  • Interval
  • Square Root